Methyl isocyanate is a colorless highly flammable liquid that evaporates quickly when exposed to the air. It has a sharp, strong odor.
Methyl isocyanate is used in the production of pesticides,
polyurethane foam, and plastics.
People
working in facilities that produce or use methyl isocyanate have the highest risk of being exposed to this chemical. Exposure to low levels of methyl isocyanate can cause
eye and
throat irritation. People exposed to high levels of methyl isocyanate in the air have experienced severe
lung and eye damage. Methyl isocyanate has been found in at least 1 of the 1,585 National Priorities List
sites identified by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
See a doctor if you have been harmed by this substance. In addition, it
may be important to
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Source: Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
See Also
- Toxic & Hazardous Substances
- Burns: Overview
- Ear, Nose, & Throat Disorders
- Eye Disorders
- Lung & Airway Disorders
- Methyl Isocyanate: Frequently Asked Questions